by Mankato Computer Technology | Dec 13, 2018 | Personal Technology
The Holidays are a time for giving which, in our culture, usually means it’s a time for buying. If you’re buying computers or other tech this year however, there are some things you should keep in mind to ensure your purchases are as valued in January as they are in...
by Mankato Computer Technology | May 31, 2018 | Personal Technology
The days of buying software on a CD, enveloped in a brightly colored, laminated sleeve are quickly coming to an end. Even if a user does purchase their software from a brick and mortar store, they are far more likely to receive a card with a link printed on it than...
by Mankato Computer Technology | May 3, 2018 | Personal Technology
Whether you love it or loathe it, Windows 10 is now the water we are swimming in as PC users and will be the dominant operating system for many years to come. Arguably the best thing about Windows 10 is that Microsoft programmers are constantly working to improve the...
by Mankato Computer Technology | Apr 26, 2018 | Insights, Personal Technology
Every year IT security companies compile annual reports which release data on the threats they’ve encountered throughout the previous year. These reports can grant important insight into what trends in malware are taking place and how this information informs are...
by Mankato Computer Technology | Apr 5, 2018 | Personal Technology
Much of what we imagine as the technical complexity of hacking or phishing is actually just good social engineering. Scammers recognize that often the easiest path into a system is through people—the users. It isn’t necessary to take elaborate measures to defeat...
by Mankato Computer Technology | Jan 4, 2018 | Personal Technology
The New Year is a time to work on resolutions and goals for the coming months—it’s also a great time to make sure you’re doing everything you can to keep your computer running smoothly and securely over the next year. Here’s our New Year’s Computing checklist:...